A toggle mechanism and quick-connect device

Abstract

This utility model discloses a toggle mechanism and a quick-connection device, comprising: a housing, with a first limiting part provided on the inner side wall of the housing; and a toggle structure rotatably disposed inside the housing, with a second limiting part provided on the toggle structure. The toggle structure has a first position and a second position. When the toggle structure is in the first position or the second position, the second limiting part is limited by the first limiting part within the housing. When the toggle structure switches between the first position and the second position, the toggle structure swings. In this utility model, the toggle structure is completely recessed and housed inside the housing in the first or second position, without protruding from the housing surface. Therefore, when the wire passes around the housing, it will not directly contact the toggle structure, completely solving the interference problem caused by the contact between the wire and the toggle structure, and the appearance is more aesthetically pleasing.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of wiring device technology, specifically to a toggle mechanism and a quick wiring device. Background Technology

[0002] This section provides only background information relevant to this disclosure and does not necessarily constitute prior art.

[0003] Currently, when inserting wires into sockets, they typically need to be secured with screws, requiring specialized tools and personnel for wiring. In practice, the wire is inserted between the screw and the socket plate, and then a specialized screwdriver is used to tighten the screw to the required torque. This process is inconvenient for users, slows down the wiring process, wastes time and manpower, and is inefficient.

[0004] To address this technical issue, a structure using spring-loaded wire-locking terminals has emerged on the market. These terminals are driven by a toggle mechanism to lock or release wires. During wiring operations, the operator only needs to activate the toggle mechanism to lock the wire. However, the toggle mechanism in this wiring device protrudes from the housing surface. When the wiring device is inserted into the wall box, interference can occur when the wire passes around the toggle mechanism. The contact force between the wire and the toggle mechanism may cause it to swing towards the spring-loaded wire-locking terminal, resulting in the wire not being properly locked. Utility Model Content

[0005] Therefore, the technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to overcome the defect that the protruding shell of the current wiring device's toggle structure is prone to interference with the wire, resulting in the wire not being able to be locked, thereby providing a toggle mechanism and a quick wiring device.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0007] In a first aspect, this utility model provides a toggle mechanism, comprising:

[0008] The housing has a first limiting part provided on its inner sidewall;

[0009] A toggle structure is rotatably disposed inside a housing. The toggle structure is provided with a second limiting part. The toggle structure has a first position and a second position. When the toggle structure is in the first position or the second position, the second limiting part is limited by the first limiting part inside the housing. When the toggle structure switches between the first position and the second position, the toggle structure swings.

[0010] The technical solution is further optimized, and the actuating structure includes:

[0011] A lever, the inside of which is provided with a receiving cavity;

[0012] The button is slidably disposed in a receiving cavity inside the lever via an elastic component. The button includes a second limiting part that extends from the side wall of the lever relative to the first limiting part.

[0013] The technical solution is further optimized so that when the toggle structure is in the first position and the button is not pressed, the second limiting part abuts against the first limiting part to restrict the lever from swinging towards the side closer to the first limiting part.

[0014] When the toggle structure is in the first position and the button is pressed, the second limiting part is misaligned with the first limiting part, so that the lever can swing towards the side closer to the first limiting part.

[0015] When the toggle structure is in the second position and the button is not pressed, the second limiting part and the first limiting part are misaligned and abut against each other to limit the swing of the lever;

[0016] When the toggle structure is in the second position and the button is pressed, the second limiting part disengages from the first limiting part, thereby allowing the lever to swing away from the first limiting part.

[0017] To further optimize the technical solution, a sliding hole is provided on the side wall of the lever relative to the first limiting part, and the second limiting part passes through the sliding hole and can slide along the sliding hole through the elastic component;

[0018] When the first limiting part and the second limiting part are misaligned and abut against each other, the first limiting part is limited within the sliding hole between the lever and the second limiting part.

[0019] To further optimize the technical solution, a pressing element is provided on the housing, and the toggle structure in the first position is released by applying force to the pressing element.

[0020] The technical solution is further optimized, and the pressing component includes:

[0021] Deformation section, which is connected to the housing;

[0022] The pressing part is disposed at the end of the deformation part;

[0023] When a force is applied to the deformable part, the deformable part deforms and transmits the force to the actuating structure through the pressing part to release the actuating structure in the first position.

[0024] To further optimize the technical solution, the actuating mechanism also includes a prying element, and the actuating structure is provided with an abutment protrusion;

[0025] When the actuating structure switches from the second position to the first position, the abutting protrusion guides the prying member to the tripping force application point, so that when force is applied to the tripping force application point, the second limiting part disengages from the first limiting part, and the actuating structure can swing away from the first limiting part.

[0026] To further optimize the technical solution, an insertion port is provided on the abutment protrusion to facilitate the prying component to pass through and operate the release point.

[0027] Secondly, this utility model provides a quick wiring device, comprising:

[0028] A toggle mechanism, wherein the housing of the toggle mechanism has at least one wire insertion hole suitable for inserting a wire;

[0029] At least one flexible wire-locking structure is disposed within a housing, having an unlocked position and a locked position; when the flexible wire-locking structure is in the unlocked position, the flexible wire-locking structure provides a reserved space for a wire, the reserved space being adapted to allow the wire to be inserted into the housing through a wire insertion hole; when the flexible wire-locking structure is in the locked position, the flexible wire-locking structure is adapted to compress the wire inserted into the housing to lock the wire in place.

[0030] The actuating structure abuts against the elastic locking structure. When the actuating structure is in the first position, the elastic locking structure is in the unlocked position. When the actuating structure is in the second position, the elastic locking structure is in the locked position.

[0031] To further optimize the technical solution, the housing is provided with a pry hole that communicates with the inner cavity of the housing, so that the prying member can pass through the pry hole to pry the actuating structure.

[0032] The technical solution of this utility model has the following advantages:

[0033] This utility model provides a toggle mechanism in which the toggle structure is completely recessed and housed inside the housing in either the first or second position, without protruding from the housing surface. This prevents direct contact between the wire and the toggle structure when the wire passes around the housing, completely solving the interference problem caused by contact between the wire and the toggle structure, and improving the spatial compatibility and operational safety of the wiring device. Furthermore, because the toggle structure is recessed inside the housing in either the first or second position, it is not obtrusive and has a more aesthetically pleasing appearance.

[0034] This utility model, through the cooperation of the first limiting part and the second limiting part, enables the toggle structure to achieve precise mechanical locking in both the first and second positions, preventing malfunctions caused by external forces or vibrations.

[0035] This invention is suitable for confined spaces such as wall boxes. The toggle mechanism does not occupy additional space and avoids interference with the wires. After the wires are locked, the force is directly transmitted to the housing, preventing the toggle mechanism from changing position or malfunctioning due to force.

[0036] Furthermore, users do not need professional tools or complex operations; they can switch positions simply by swinging the toggle mechanism, enabling rapid locking and releasing of wires, significantly reducing wiring difficulty and saving manpower and time costs. The first and second limit parts ensure that the toggle mechanism automatically locks after it is in place, preventing loosening and reducing the time spent on repeated adjustments. Attached Figure Description

[0037] To more clearly illustrate the specific embodiments of this utility model or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the specific embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0038] Figure 1 A cross-sectional view of the actuating mechanism provided by this utility model;

[0039] Figure 2 A cross-sectional view of the actuating structure in the actuating mechanism provided by this utility model;

[0040] Figure 3 A cross-sectional view of the toggle mechanism provided by this utility model when a screwdriver is inserted;

[0041] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the external structure of the quick-connect device provided by this utility model;

[0042] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the external structure of an existing quick-connect device.

[0043] Figure label:

[0044] 1. Housing; 11. Partition; 12. First limiting part; 13. Positioning seat; 14. Wire insertion hole; 15. Prying part insertion hole; 16. Prying fulcrum.

[0045] 2. Toggle structure, 21. Toggle lever, 211. Sliding hole, 212. Rotating shaft, 213. Connecting protrusion, 214. Limiting shaft, 215. Insert, 22. Button, 221. Receiving groove, 23. Second limiting part, 24. Spring;

[0046] 3. Spring-loaded wire clamping terminal, 31. Positioning section, 32. Compression section, 33. Snap-fit ​​section;

[0047] 4. Pressing part; 41. Deformation part; 42. Pressing part;

[0048] 5. Blade terminal;

[0049] 6. Wires;

[0050] 7. The gap position between the partition and the actuating structure. Detailed Implementation

[0051] The technical solution of this utility model will now be clearly and completely described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of this utility model. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0052] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship, are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0053] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0054] Furthermore, the technical features involved in the different embodiments of this utility model described below can be combined with each other as long as they do not conflict with each other.

[0055] Currently, when inserting wires into sockets, they typically require screws to secure them, necessitating specialized tools and personnel. During wiring, the wire is inserted between the screw and the socket plate, then a specialized screwdriver is used, and the torque must meet specific requirements to tighten the screw. This process is inconvenient for users, slow, time-consuming, and inefficient. To address this technical issue, a spring-loaded wire-locking terminal block has emerged on the market. This type of terminal block is driven by a toggle mechanism to lock or release the wire. During wiring, the operator only needs to activate the toggle mechanism to lock the wire. However, this toggle mechanism protrudes from the housing surface. When the wiring device is placed in the wall box, if the wire bypasses the toggle mechanism, interference may occur. In this case, the force exerted on the contact between the wire and the toggle mechanism may cause the toggle mechanism to swing towards the spring-loaded wire-locking terminal block, preventing it from securing the wire. Combined with... Figure 5 As shown, when locking the wire, the toggle structure 2 swings to one side of the partition 11. When the wire passes through the gap position 7 between the partition and the toggle structure, the wire will force the toggle structure to swing to the other side, that is, to the side of the spring clip wire clamping terminal, causing the spring clip wire clamping terminal to move and fail to clamp the wire.

[0056] Based on this, the present invention provides a toggle mechanism in which the toggle structure is completely recessed and housed inside the housing in the first or second position, without any protruding housing surface, thus avoiding this phenomenon. Furthermore, since the toggle structure is recessed within the housing cavity in the first or second position, the overall appearance is aesthetically pleasing and without any obtrusiveness.

[0057] The specific embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below with reference to the toggle mechanism of the first aspect of this utility model and the quick-connect device of the second aspect of this utility model.

[0058] Example 1

[0059] Combination Figures 1 to 4 As shown, according to an embodiment of the present invention, in a first aspect, a toggle mechanism is provided, including a housing 1, a first limiting part 12, a toggle structure 2, and a second limiting part 23. The first limiting part 12 is provided on the inner wall of the housing 1. The toggle structure 2 is rotatably disposed inside the housing 1, and the second limiting part 23 is provided on the toggle structure 2. The toggle structure 2 has a first position and a second position. When the toggle structure 2 is in the first position or the second position, the second limiting part 23 is limited within the housing 1 by the first limiting part 12. When the toggle structure 2 switches between the first position and the second position, the toggle structure 2 swings.

[0060] It should be noted that the housing 1 in this embodiment can be a socket housing or other product housings. This embodiment can be applied to socket products, but is not limited to socket products.

[0061] In this embodiment, the actuating structure 2 is housed inside the housing 1. More specifically, when the actuating structure 2 is in the first position, i.e., when the wire is in the unlocked position, the actuating structure 2 is completely recessed and housed inside the housing 1; or, when the actuating structure 2 is in the second position, i.e., when the wire is in the locked position, the actuating structure 2 is completely recessed and housed inside the housing 1. When the actuating structure 2 swings, i.e., when switching positions, it can be completely recessed inside the housing 1 or partially extended from the housing 1.

[0062] Because the toggle structure 2 in this embodiment has two locking positions, namely the first position and the second position, and when the toggle structure 2 is in these two locking positions, the toggle structure 2 is completely recessed and housed inside the housing 1, without protruding from the surface of the housing 1, the wire will not directly contact the toggle structure when it passes around the housing. This completely solves the interference problem caused by the contact between the wire 6 and the toggle structure 2, improving the spatial compatibility and operational safety of the wiring device. Furthermore, because the toggle structure 2 is recessed inside the housing 1 in the two locking positions, it does not appear obtrusive, resulting in a more aesthetically pleasing appearance.

[0063] With the cooperation of the first limiting part 12 and the second limiting part 23, the toggle structure 2 can achieve precise mechanical locking in both the first and second positions, preventing malfunctions caused by external forces or vibrations.

[0064] The aforementioned actuation mechanism is suitable for confined spaces such as wall boxes. The actuation structure does not occupy additional space and avoids interference with the wires. After the wires are locked, the force is directly transmitted to the housing, preventing the actuation structure from changing position or malfunctioning due to force.

[0065] Furthermore, users do not need professional tools or complex operations; they can switch positions simply by swinging the toggle mechanism, enabling rapid locking and releasing of wires, significantly reducing wiring difficulty and saving manpower and time costs. The first limit part 12 and the second limit part 23 ensure that the toggle mechanism automatically locks after it is in place, preventing loosening and reducing the time spent on repeated adjustments.

[0066] In some embodiments, the toggle structure 2 includes a lever 21 and a button 22. The bottom end of the lever 21 is rotatably mounted on a positioning seat 13 inside the housing 1 via a pivot 212, and the lever 21 has an internal receiving cavity. The button 22 is slidably mounted in the receiving cavity inside the lever 21 via an elastic component, with one end of the button 22 extending out of the receiving cavity, and a second limiting portion 23 connected to the side wall of the button 22. The lever 21 has a slot or hole on one side relative to the first limiting portion, so that the second limiting portion 23 on the button 22 extends out from the side wall of the lever 21 and engages with the first limiting portion. In this embodiment, when the button 22 is pressed, the button 22 compresses the elastic component, and the second limiting portion 23 can slide along with the button 22 inside the lever 21. The elastic component enables the button to have an automatic reset function, and the button can quickly return to its initial position after the press is released. The button requires active pressing to trigger the sliding of the second limiting portion, avoiding accidental operation caused by unintentional touch of the lever during daily use, thus improving safety.

[0067] The elastic component includes a spring 24, one end of which is connected to the bottom wall of the accommodating cavity, and the other end of which is connected to the bottom wall of the button 22. The button 22 has a sliding hole or groove inside, and a limit shaft 214 is fixedly provided on the lever 21. The limit shaft 214 passes through the sliding hole or groove to limit the sliding movable position of the button 22.

[0068] In some embodiments, if the first limiting part 12 and the second limiting part 23 are in a snap-fit ​​structure, if the user accidentally pushes the lever without pressing the button, the hook on the lever and the hook positioning part are in a hooked positioning state. When the lever is forcibly pushed, the hook on the button will be forcibly disengaged from the hook positioning part on the housing, which may easily cause the hook and / or the hook positioning part to break.

[0069] To solve the above problems, in this embodiment, the toggle structure 2 is in the first position ( Figure 1 When the lever 21 and button 22 are in the position of the toggle structure 2 on the left side, neither the lever 21 nor the button 22 extends from the housing 1. When the button 22 is not pressed, the second limiting part 23 abuts against the first limiting part 12 to restrict the lever 21 from swinging in the first direction (towards the side closer to the first limiting part 12), increasing the overall stability of the structure and preventing accidental pushing of the lever 21 that could lead to misoperation. Furthermore, the cooperation of the first limiting part 12 and the second limiting part 23 ensures the stability of the lever 21 in a specific position, improving the accuracy of operation. When the button 22 is pressed, the second limiting part 23 is misaligned with the first limiting part 12, allowing the lever 21 to swing towards the side closer to the first limiting part 12. The user only needs to press the button, causing the second limiting part 23 to misalign with the first limiting part 12, to easily swing the lever 21, improving the user experience.

[0070] When the toggle mechanism 2 is in the second position ( Figure 1 When the lever 21 and button 22 are in the position of the toggle structure 2 on the right side, neither the lever 21 nor the button 22 extends from the housing 1. When the button 22 is not pressed, the second limiting part 23 is misaligned with the first limiting part 12 to restrict the swing of the lever 21. When the button 22 is pressed, the second limiting part 23 disengages from the first limiting part 12, allowing the lever 21 to swing in a second direction (away from the first limiting part 12).

[0071] In this embodiment, the lever 21 must be swung while the button 22 is pressed simultaneously to trigger the misalignment of the first limiting part 12 and the second limiting part 23, thus completely avoiding damage to the mechanism caused by accidental pushing of the lever and improving safety.

[0072] In some embodiments, the lever 21 has a sliding hole 211 on the side wall of the first limiting part 12, and the second limiting part 23 passes through the sliding hole 211 and can slide along the sliding hole 211 by means of an elastic component.

[0073] When the first limiting part 12 and the second limiting part 23 are misaligned and abut against each other, the first limiting part 12 is limited within the sliding hole 211 between the lever 21 and the second limiting part 23. More specifically, when the button 22 is pressed within the sliding hole 211, a groove exists in the sliding hole 211 between the lever 21 and the second limiting part 23, which can be called a receiving groove 221. When the button 22 is pressed and the lever 21 can swing towards the side closer to the first limiting part 12, the first limiting part 12 passes through the sliding hole 211 and is received within the receiving groove 221. The sidewall of the button 22 relative to the receiving groove 221 can match the shape of the first limiting part 12, so that the first limiting part 12 can be more securely limited within the receiving groove 221.

[0074] In this embodiment, when button 22 is pressed, the first limiting part 12 passes through the sliding hole 211 and enters the receiving groove 221, forming a reliable locking mechanism. This ensures that the lever 21 remains stable in the required position and will not loosen due to external force or vibration. Furthermore, after the first limiting part 12 is received in the receiving groove 221, the elastic component exerts a compressive force on the button 22, creating a compressive force between the first limiting part 12 and the second limiting part 23, enabling a more stable lock. This locking mechanism prevents the lever 21 from easily changing position unless button 22 is pressed again, reducing the risk of accidental operation.

[0075] In some embodiments, the housing 1 is provided with a pressing member 4, and the toggle structure 2 in the first position is released by applying force to the pressing member 4.

[0076] In one specific implementation, when the toggle structure 2 is in the first position, the pressing member 4 faces and contacts the button 22. In this embodiment, because the pressing member 4 is located outside the housing 1, it is convenient for the user to press it. The pressing member 4 acts as an external force transmission medium, transmitting the pressing force applied by the user to the button 22, thereby realizing the pressing of the button 22.

[0077] As an alternative implementation, when the toggle structure 2 is in the first position, the pressing member 4 may not directly contact the button 22. Only after the pressing member 4 is pressed will it contact the button 22 and apply force to it.

[0078] As an alternative implementation, when the toggle structure 2 is in the first position, force can also be transmitted between the pressing member 4 and the button 22 through an intermediary. This intermediary can be a closed membrane or other structures; its specific structure is not limited here.

[0079] More specifically, the pressing member 4 includes a deformable part 41 and a pressing part 42. The deformable part 41 is detachably or integrally connected to the housing 1, and can extend to the position of the toggle structure 2. The pressing part 42 is located at the end of the deformable part 41, and can extend at least partially into the housing 1. When the user presses the deformable part 41, the deformable part 41 deforms, thereby pressing the pressing part 42 to move and press the button 22. When the toggle structure 2 is in the first position, after the button 22 is pressed by the pressing member 4, an external tool can be inserted into the housing 1 to toggle the lever 21, causing it to swing. Alternatively, the lever 21 can be automatically driven to swing by the elastic locking structure that abuts against it.

[0080] The housing 1 may have a through hole for the pressing element, which allows the pressing part 42 of the pressing element 4 to pass through and enter the housing 1, thereby applying force to the button 22. As an alternative embodiment, the housing 1 may not have a through hole for the pressing element, and the pressing part 42 of the pressing element 4 may transmit force to the button 22 of the toggle structure 2 through a deformable material such as a closed film, thereby improving the sealing of the device.

[0081] In some embodiments, the actuating mechanism further includes a prying element, which is a tool. The tool can be a rod-shaped tool or a tool of other shapes; its specific structure is not limited here. The prying element is used to pry the actuating structure 2 when it is in the second position, thereby changing its position. The prying element is separately disposed from both the actuating structure 2 and the housing 1. As an external tool, the prying element is only used when a position change is required, thus preventing accidental swinging of the actuating structure due to accidental touch during daily use.

[0082] In some embodiments, the lever 21 has an abutment protrusion 213 on the top of the side wall opposite the first limiting part 12. When the toggle structure 2 is in the second position, the abutment protrusion 213 abuts against the side wall where the first limiting part 12 is located. The abutment protrusion 213 has a slope, which guides the pry member to be inserted into the tripping force point when the toggle structure 2 is in the second position, so that when force is applied to the tripping force point, the second limiting part 23 disengages from the first limiting part 12, and the toggle structure 2 can swing away from the first limiting part 12. More specifically, when the pry member is inserted into the tripping force point and force is applied to the tripping force point, the button 22 is squeezed, causing the first limiting part 12 to disengage from the second limiting part 23 provided on the button 22, thereby allowing the toggle structure 2 to swing away from the first limiting part 12. A slot 215 is provided on the side wall of the abutment 213 to allow the prying member to pass through and operate the release point. The opening direction of the slot 215 can be arranged along the axis of the lever 21 or along other directions that are convenient for applying force; there is no restriction on its specific direction here.

[0083] In this embodiment, the socket 215 provides a clear insertion path for the prying component, ensuring that the prying force is precisely applied to the designated position of the lever 21. This avoids scratches on the housing or lever structure surface caused by slippage of the prying component. Even in confined installation environments (such as those embedded in wall boxes), users can still apply force precisely through the socket, avoiding problems of inoperability or incomplete operation due to space limitations. The size and position of the socket 215 are compatible with common tools (such as flathead / Phillips screwdrivers), eliminating the need for special prying accessories and lowering the barrier to entry for users.

[0084] In a preferred embodiment, the inner wall of the housing 1 includes a partition 11, and a first limiting part 12 is disposed on the partition 11. When the toggle structure 2 switches from the second position to the first position, the prying member uses the end side wall of the partition 11 as a prying fulcrum 16 to pry the lever 21, so that the second limiting part 23 disengages from the first limiting part 12, allowing the toggle structure 2 to swing away from the first limiting part 12. When the prying member applies force to the lever 21 using the end side wall of the partition 11 as a fulcrum, the lever effect amplifies the operating torque, reducing the force required by the user. In confined spaces, the prying member quickly switches the toggle structure state, avoiding insufficient force due to insufficient operating space.

[0085] Example 2

[0086] Combination Figures 1 to 4 As shown, according to an embodiment of the present invention, in a second aspect, a quick-connection device is provided, including a flexible wire-clamping structure and the toggle mechanism of Embodiment 1.

[0087] The housing 1 of the actuating mechanism has at least one wire insertion hole 14 suitable for inserting a wire 6.

[0088] At least one flexible wire-locking structure is provided, which is disposed within the housing 1 and has an unlocked position and a locked position. When the flexible wire-locking structure is in the unlocked position, it provides a reserved space for the wire 6, which is suitable for allowing the wire to be inserted into the housing 1 through the wire insertion hole 14. When the flexible wire-locking structure is in the locked position, it is suitable for pressing the wire 6 inserted into the housing 1 to lock the wire 6.

[0089] The actuating mechanism 2 abuts against the elastic locking mechanism, and the actuating mechanism 2 is adapted to control the switching between the unlocked and locked positions of the elastic locking mechanism. When the actuating mechanism 2 is in the first position, the elastic locking mechanism is in the unlocked position, and when the actuating mechanism 2 is in the second position, the elastic locking mechanism is in the locked position.

[0090] The aforementioned quick-connection device uses a lever 21 to control the state of the elastic wire-clamping structure, facilitating operation. The movement of the lever 21 drives the elastic wire-clamping structure, which then compresses the wire, achieving a locking function. Compared to traditional screw-locking methods, this invention eliminates the need for any wiring tools. Operators only need to drive the lever 21 to lock the wire, making wiring easy for ordinary households, improving efficiency, and saving labor.

[0091] In some embodiments, the housing 1 is provided with a prying member insertion hole 15 communicating with the inner cavity of the housing, so that the prying member passes through the prying member insertion hole 15 to pry the actuating structure 2, thereby enabling the actuating structure 2 to quickly switch from the second position to the first position, achieving the purpose of quickly loosening the wire.

[0092] In some embodiments, the resilient wire-locking structure includes a insert terminal 5 and a spring-loaded wire-locking terminal 3. The insert terminal 5 is disposed inside the housing 1. The spring-loaded wire-locking terminal 3 is bent and elastic, with one end fixed to the insert terminal 5 and the other end used to lock the wire 6. The spring-loaded wire-locking terminal 3 has an unlocked position for inserting a wire and a locked position for locking the wire. When the spring-loaded wire-locking terminal 3 is in the unlocked position, the second limiting part 23 abuts against the first limiting part 12, and the lever 21 presses against the spring-loaded wire-locking terminal 3. When the spring-loaded wire-locking terminal 3 is in the locked position, the lever 21 swings away from the side of the spring-loaded wire-locking terminal 3, and the second limiting part 23 is misaligned with the first limiting part 12. At this time, the spring-loaded wire-locking terminal 3 locks the wire.

[0093] More specifically, the spring-loaded clip terminal 3 includes a positioning section 31, a compression section 32, and a snap-fit ​​section 33. The positioning section 31 is connected to the insert terminal 5. The compression section 32 is connected to the positioning section 31 and forms an unclosed compression ring with the positioning section 31. The end of the compression ring away from the positioning section 31 abuts against the side wall of the lever 21. The compression ring has an expanded configuration in an expanded state and a compressed configuration in a compressed state. The snap-fit ​​section 33 is connected to the compression section 32 and is hook-shaped.

[0094] In this embodiment, the snap-fit ​​segment 33 is designed in the shape of a hook to increase the contact area with the wire. When clamped, the snap-fit ​​segment 33 can penetrate into the wire, effectively forming a barb during wire removal and improving the wire's pull-out resistance. In practice, if clamping force is not considered, the snap-fit ​​segment 33 could be designed to be flat.

[0095] When the toggle mechanism 2 switches from the second position to the first position, the lever moves towards the side closer to the compression section 32 and compresses the compression ring. At this time, the compression ring is in a compressed configuration and will press away from the positioning section 31, so that the compression ring no longer locks the wire.

[0096] When the toggle mechanism 2 switches from the first position to the second position, pressing button 22 causes the compression ring to expand under the action of elasticity. At this time, the compression ring is in the expanded configuration, which drives the toggle mechanism 2 to swing automatically towards the second position. The locking section 33 will press towards the side closer to the positioning section 31, thereby locking the wire. The method of locking the wire in this embodiment is very convenient, as it only requires controlling the state of the compression ring.

[0097] The wiring steps of this utility model are as follows:

[0098] Initially, the actuating structure 2 is in the first position. The user inserts the wire 6 into the wire insertion hole 14. Pressing down the pressing member 4 loosens the engagement between the first limiting part 12 and the second limiting part 23. At this time, the first limiting part 12 and the second limiting part 23 no longer abut, and the first limiting part 12 and the second limiting part 23 are misaligned. The compression ring of the spring-loaded wire-locking terminal 3 changes from a compression configuration to an expansion configuration, pushing the actuating structure 2 in the first direction. At this time, the spring-loaded wire-locking terminal 3 expands in the first direction, causing the locking section 33 to move in the first direction. The hook of the locking section 33 contacts the wire 6. The locking section 33 and the insert terminal 5 work together to lock the wire 6.

[0099] The steps for taking out the wire in this utility model are as follows:

[0100] The user uses a lever-shaped tool to pry open the toggle mechanism 2, causing it to move in the second direction, thus changing it from the second position to the first position. The spring-loaded wire-locking terminal resets, and the locking section 33 moves in the opposite direction to the wire 6, disengaging from it. The spring 24 inside the lever 21 pushes the button 22 outward due to its elastic force. When the lever 21 swings to the first position (i.e., the first position of the toggle mechanism 2), the second limiting part 23 on the button 22 abuts against the first limiting part 12 on the housing, unlocking the spring-loaded wire-locking terminal. The reserved space is not tightly locked onto the wire 6, allowing it to be easily pulled out.

[0101] Obviously, the above embodiments are merely illustrative examples for clear explanation and are not intended to limit the implementation. Those skilled in the art will recognize that other variations or modifications can be made based on the above description. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively list all possible implementations here. However, obvious variations or modifications derived therefrom are still within the protection scope of this invention.

Claims

1. A toggle mechanism, characterized in that, include: The housing has a first limiting part provided on its inner sidewall; A toggle structure is rotatably disposed inside a housing. The toggle structure is provided with a second limiting part. The toggle structure has a first position and a second position. When the toggle structure is in the first position or the second position, the second limiting part is limited by the first limiting part inside the housing. When the toggle structure switches between the first position and the second position, the toggle structure swings.

2. The actuating mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The actuating structure includes: A lever, the inside of which is provided with a receiving cavity; The button is slidably disposed in the accommodating cavity via an elastic component. The button includes a second limiting part that extends from the side wall of the lever relative to the first limiting part.

3. The actuating mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that, When the toggle structure is in the first position and the button is not pressed, the second limiting part abuts against the first limiting part to restrict the lever from swinging towards the side closer to the first limiting part. When the toggle structure is in the first position and the button is pressed, the second limiting part is misaligned with the first limiting part, so that the lever can swing towards the side closer to the first limiting part. When the toggle structure is in the second position and the button is not pressed, the second limiting part and the first limiting part are misaligned and abut against each other to limit the swing of the lever; When the toggle structure is in the second position and the button is pressed, the second limiting part disengages from the first limiting part, thereby allowing the lever to swing away from the first limiting part.

4. The actuating mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that, The lever has a sliding hole on the side wall opposite to the first limiting part, and the second limiting part passes through the sliding hole and can slide along the sliding hole through the elastic component; When the first limiting part and the second limiting part are misaligned and abut against each other, the first limiting part is limited within the sliding hole between the lever and the second limiting part.

5. The actuating mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The housing is provided with a pressing element, and the toggle structure in the first position is released by applying force to the pressing element.

6. The actuating mechanism according to claim 5, characterized in that, The pressing element includes: Deformation section, which is connected to the housing; The pressing part is disposed at the end of the deformation part; When a force is applied to the deformable part, the deformable part deforms and transmits the force to the actuating structure through the pressing part to release the actuating structure in the first position.

7. The actuating mechanism according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, The actuating structure is provided with abutting protrusions; When the actuating structure switches from the second position to the first position, the abutting protrusion guides the prying member to the tripping force application point, so that when force is applied to the tripping force application point, the second limiting part disengages from the first limiting part, and the actuating structure can swing away from the first limiting part.

8. The actuating mechanism according to claim 7, characterized in that, The abutment protrusion has an insertion port so that the prying member can pass through and operate the release point.

9. A quick-connection device, characterized in that, include: The actuating mechanism according to any one of claims 1-8, wherein the housing of the actuating mechanism has at least one wire insertion hole suitable for inserting a wire; At least one flexible locking wire structure is disposed within the housing, having an unlocked position and a locked position; When the flexible wire clamping structure is in the unlocked position, it provides a reserved space for the wire, which is suitable for allowing the wire to be inserted into the housing through the wire insertion hole; when the flexible wire clamping structure is in the locked position, it is suitable for pressing the wire inserted into the housing to lock the wire. The actuating structure abuts against the elastic locking structure. When the actuating structure is in the first position, the elastic locking structure is in the unlocked position. When the actuating structure is in the second position, the elastic locking structure is in the locked position.

10. The quick-connect device according to claim 9, characterized in that, The housing is provided with a pry hole that communicates with the inner cavity of the housing, so that the prying element can pass through the pry hole to pry the actuating structure.

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